Job Description
Our client is a highly regarded and well-established boutique law firm. The firm has built an enviable client base (ranging from SMEs to ASX-listed companies and government agencies) and a collaborative, high-performance culture.
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The Role
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Our client is seeking to appoint a senior commercial lawyer to lead their commercial practice as a Special Counsel or Principal, depending on experience. With a large volume of work awaiting from their loyal client base, this is an exceptionally rare chance to step into a leadership role without needing to bring a book.
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You'll enjoy leading complex matters, mentoring a capable team and helping to shape practice strategy.
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In this role, you will:
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Lead and manage a broad commercial portfolio: business and share sales, complex contracts, negotiations and corporate advisory.
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Draft and advise on terms of business, service/supply, distribution & procurement, personal property securities arrangements, commercial leases and related agreements.
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Build and nurture client/referrer relationships; drive business development and contribute to practice strategy.
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Oversee quality, workflow and consistent use of systems; supervise and mentor junior lawyers.
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About You
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6+ years as a senior commercial lawyer (an existing Senior Associate, Special Counsel or Principal), ideally from a quality boutique or mid-tier environment.
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Proven leadership: growing teams, lifting capability and setting standards.
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Strong record of client development and maintaining referrer networks.
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Excellent drafting, commerciality and the ability to run matters end-to-end.
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Team-first mindset with high standards, integrity and client-service focus.
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What's on Offer
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A leadership role within an elite boutique firm.
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Attractive package with a generous incentive structure.
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Flexible work options and a modern office environment.
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A fantastic team with a supportive culture, active social calendar and regular firm events.
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Find Out More
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Alternatively, if you would like to find out more, please call Anthony Dare on ************ for a confidential discussion. You can also email Anthony at
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If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you would like to speak with someone, please contact us.
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Our skill and vast networks will get you where you need to be!
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📌 Special Counsel / Principal - Corporate & Commercial Law (Queensland)
🏢 Dare
📍 Queensland